*Subject: Consent for Sharing of Membership/Personal Data Registered with IAP* Dear Colleagues, Greetings from Indian Academy of Pediatrics! This communication concerns your consent regarding the sharing of your membership and personal data as registered with the Indian Academy of Pediatrics (IAP). In recent times, the growing frequency and *impact of data breaches, cyber leaks, and unauthorized access to personal information* have become a significant concern, posing serious risks to both individuals and organizations. We have observed a rise in requests from Executive Board (EB) members, Conference organizers , pharmaceutical companies, and other external entities seeking access to member data for informational or promotional purposes. At the same time, *many members have expressed discomfort and raised the concerns about the circulation of their personal information without their explicit consent.* In response to these concerns and with a *commitment to safeguarding your privacy,* the IAP leadership has resolved to implement the following policy: *No personal data will be shared unless we have your explicit consent.* Please indicate your preference by choosing one of the options below: 1. I consent to *share* my personal data (name, membership ID, phone, email). 2. I do *NOT* consent to share my data under any circumstance. *Important Note:- If you do not respond within 48 hours, it will be assumed that you do not consent to your personal data being shared.* *Complete the 1-click Consent within 48 hours:* https://iapindia.org/members-feedback.php *Your response is highly important to help us protect your privacy.* Warm regards, *Dr. Yogesh N Parikh* Secretary General, IAP 2024–2025 9426201185 / 9427354295